Lumumba wins freedom for Batanga and is crowned King Cayman II. Caetana gives birth to Tonho, and Dona Menina declares the baby is destined for greatness. Alika, the daughter of Niara and Cayman, is born. Jendal plots to seize Cayman's throne. Oruka foresees that King Cayman will be betrayed and that Batanga will fall into disgrace. Jendal offers to marry Alika and protect the kingdom.

Jendal reminds Cayman of the oracle's prophecy and urges the king not to break his promise to give him Alika's hand in marriage. Alika declares that Jendal is not the man who will protect her from the kingdom's alleged doom. Jendal assures Kênia that he will be the king of Batanga. Omar courts Alika. Cayman decides to strike a deal with Pasha Soliman. Jendal suggests that Mr. Campbell support him in a coup.

Chinua advises Cayman to flee with his family. Jendal overpowers Cayman and imprisons him alongside Niara and Alika, seizing the throne of Batanga. José tells Teresa that he misses Batanga. Mirinho arrives in Barro Preto during an official municipal event. Mirinho treats Tonho rudely. Virgínia becomes suspicious when Mirinho claims to have lost his wedding rings. Jendal orders the execution of Cayman and his family.

Dumi asks Jendal for forgiveness and swears loyalty to the new king in exchange for his life. Mirinho reveals to Casemiro that he wants to move to Recife. Alika has a dream about the warrior who will save her. Mirinho promises to take Mundica to Recife. Casemiro confides in Tonho about Mirinho. Mirinho gives Virgínia a gift. Tonho talks to Mirinho about Casemiro's land.

Alika agrees to marry Jendal to save her family's lives. Sebastião laments to Onildo that Virgínia only has eyes for Mirinho. Mirinho sounds out Virgínia about the possibility of her father investing in his new business. Alika assures Chinua that she will bring Jendal down. Cayman mentions to Niara that his brother Zambi never trusted Jendal. Mirinho demands that Tonho not interfere with his plans.

Jendal badmouths Cayman to King Augusto and Queen Cesária. Tonho and Caetana discuss the wedding of Mirinho and Virgínia. Alika and Jendal get married at the palace. Alika, Cayman, and Niara flee with Omar. Before dying, Cayman asks Omar to help Niara and Alika reach Brazil and reveals that his brother Zambi abdicated the throne for a Brazilian commoner. Omar tells Alika and Niara to head to the beach.

Niara explains to Alika that her uncle Zambi married a Brazilian woman. Jendal goes after Alika with his soldiers and finds Cayman's body. Alika and Niara manage to board a ship to Brazil. Alika vows to reclaim the throne of Batanga. Alika arrives in Brazil and runs into Tonho.

The mayor celebrates the development of Barro Preto. The townspeople gather to welcome Virgínia. Bartô gives a speech. Mirinho arrives on horseback and courts his girlfriend; Virgínia is charmed. Tonho arrives with Niara and Alika. Tonho leaves Alika and Niara at José's house. Alika and Niara explain that Jendal is offering a reward for their heads.

Omar is wounded and unconscious in prison, being treated by Chinua. Jendal plans to use him as a bargaining chip for Alika and Niara. José and Teresa vow to protect Alika and Niara. In Batanga, Pasha Soliman negotiates with Jendal for Omar's release in exchange for the whereabouts of Alika and Niara. Soliman demands to see Omar before revealing where Alika and Niara are. Jendal accepts Soliman's proposal.

José and Teresa take note of Dona Menina's premonition; she asks Tonho to assist her with the ceremony for Cayman. Diógenes is concerned about Virgínia’s engagement to Mirinho. Dona Menina tells Tonho that Lúcia/Alika is his link to the past. Mirinho tries to get closer to Lúcia/Alika and Vera/Niara. Paxá Soliman assures Dumi that, in order to save Omar, he will reveal Alika's whereabouts.

Tonho suspects that Lúcia/Alika might be his sister. Mirinho hides his interest in Lúcia/Alika from Virgínia. Tonho probes Lúcia/Alika to investigate a possible family connection between them. Tonho talks to Dona Menina about his past. Caetana fears she has been betrayed by Antônio. Alika writes to Dumi. Ngozi is struck during the clash between the miners and Jendal's royal guard.

Salma confesses her love for Tonho to Father Viriato. Fátima tries to convince Salma to forget Tonho and follow her family's traditions. Alika is bothered by thoughts of Tonho. Mirinho overhears Casemiro instructing Tonho to retrieve the briefcase containing the employees' wages, and gets an idea. Virgínia offers a job to Lúcia/Alika.

Lúcia/Alika rejects Virgínia's proposal, and Tonho questions her about it. Mirinho hides the bag containing the employees' money in order to frame Tonho in front of Casemiro. Tonho realizes the bag is missing and alerts everyone. Fortunato states that he will investigate the disappearance of the bag containing Casemiro's money. Tonho tries to use his savings to reimburse Casemiro, who refuses to accept the money.

Mundica demands that Mirinho take her to the ball. In Batanga, Soliman welcomes the Turkish doctor who will treat Omar. Tonho catches Mundica hiding the briefcase. Mundica returns the briefcase to Casemiro and snitches on Mirinho. Tonho confronts Mirinho. ‘Lúcia’ hits back at Virgínia’s taunts and prejudices. Accompanied by her mother and uncles, Lúcia (Alika) makes a stunning appearance at the ball, wearing Batanga jewelry.

Virgínia demands that Alika (Lúcia) be thrown out of the dance; Alika reacts indignantly. Mirinho announces that she is his guest and asks her to dance. Virgínia is furious. Back at the sugar mill, Mundica laments not being able to attend the dance and dances with Ciço. Mirinho harasses Alika and grabs her by the arm. Tonho comes to Alika's defense. Mirinho shoves him, and Tonho shoves back. Mirinho falls to the ground. Everyone reacts. Fortunato arrests Tonho.

Tonho and Alika kiss, but he breaks it off when he remembers Dona Menina's prophecy. The doctor begins Omar's surgery. Soliman prays in anguish, and Chinua comforts him. José, Alika, Niara, and Teresa discuss Tonho's imprisonment. Alika reveals to her mother that she kissed Tonho and wonders if he might be the warrior of her dreams. Mirinho apologizes to Alika, who challenges him to free Tonho.

Virgínia breaks up with Mirinho for good. Mirinho confronts Tonho. Grace pressures her son to go after his fiancée. Jendal waits for Omar to recover so he can extract information from him about Alika and Niara. Tonho tells Alika about Dona Menina’s prophecy and the suspicion that they are siblings. Alika tells her uncle about recurring dreams involving a mysterious warrior, suspecting it might be Omar or Tonho.

Virgínia threatens Lúcia/Alika, who confides in Salma. Lúcia/Alika goes with Tonho to Dona Menina's house, where she confirms that the two are not siblings. Alika confesses to Teresa that Tonho has stirred her heart. Guided by Graça, Mirinho wins Virgínia back, leaving Sebastião disappointed. Tonho declares his feelings for Lúcia/Alika.

Alika and Tonho kiss. Tonho drops Alika off at home, injured. Niara and Maria Helena collect signatures for a petition supporting a school in Barro Preto. Marta gets annoyed by Virgínia’s spitefulness toward Alika. Dumi convinces Jendal not to use violence to suppress the miners' protests. Mirinho and Casemiro discuss the jewelry store robbery in São Paulo. Tonho and Alika think about each other.

Alika reads Dumi's letter. Jendal sees Dumi receiving a note from Ladisa, Ngozi's widow. Alika tells her mother about Dumi's letter. Jendal orders Akin's arrest and commands Dumi to throw him into the snake pit at dawn. Dumi and Akin are terrified. Alika and José negotiate the pawning of the jewelry with Diógenes, who is delighted with the pieces. Dumi throws Akin into the snake pit.

Jendal forces Dumi to look into the snake pit where Akin was thrown. Alika reiterates to her mother that she likes Tonho but cannot get involved with him. Virgínia recalls a news story about a jewelry theft in São Paulo. Sebastião takes it upon himself to spread the lie throughout the town. Miguel decides against renting the house where Alika planned to set up her studio. The police chief announces that he has called in the police to investigate them.

Alika deduces that Virgínia conspired against her. Mirinho is pleased to learn that Virgínia is jealous of him. Jendal acknowledges Dumi's loyalty. Chinua manages to save Akin, who plots with Dumi to deceive Jendal. Alika is moved by Tonho's support. Everyone in town rejects Niara and Alika, and Viriato reprimands the townspeople. Salma and Ana Maria support Lúcia/Alika. Alika confronts Virgínia.

Alika confronts Virgínia and upstages her in front of everyone. Mirinho reacts jealously upon seeing Tonho dancing with Alika. Mirinho corners Alika and says he can help her escape the police. In Batanga, Jendal dreams of Alika and Omar. Jendal pressures Soliman to reveal the whereabouts of Alika and Niara; Soliman refuses, and Jendal orders his arrest. Graça and Virgínia meet the inspector from São Paulo at the station.

Botelho accepts the deal with Graça and Virgínia. Adônis grows suspicious upon seeing the inspector in their company. Adônis goes to José's house to pick up Lúcia/Alika and Vera/Niara for the confrontation regarding the jewels at the police station. Mundica reveals that it was Mirinho who sabotaged Tonho's wagon. Jendal discovers that Soliman's ship has been looted. Akin and other locals celebrate Soliman's support for the revolution.

Botelho states that Alika and Niara's jewelry is not the same as the pieces stolen in São Paulo, clearing both women of suspicion. Virgínia is outraged, while Diógenes grows suspicious. Lúcia/Alika tells Diógenes that he deserves an apology from Virgínia. Mirinho decides to collect the bribe money that Botelho accepted. Omar wakes up, and Chinua and Çinar celebrate. Salma sees Tonho and Lúcia/Alika together.

Salma apologizes to Alika and Tonho and leaves, feeling embarrassed. In Batanga, Jendal inspects the mines with the British. Casemiro tells Ana Maria about the bribe involving Graça and Virgínia. Mirinho reaffirms to Manoel that he is going to win Alika over. Alika confesses to Salma that Tonho has declared his feelings for her. Mirinho corners Alika to apologize. Omar and Soliman have an emotional reunion.

Jendal is devastated upon learning of Soliman's death. Burak offers a prayer in the Pasha's honor. Tonho and Mrs. Menina help Isaura give birth to her son. Jendal orders Soliman's crew to continue working in Batanga. Çinar is displeased to learn he must leave Omar in Batanga in Chinua's care. Vera/Niara and Maria Helena hand Bartô the petition for the school's reconstruction.

Alika vows to take revenge on Jendal and clear Cayman's name. Adalgisa and Mirinho throw Virgínia off the trail. Omar wakes up calling out for Alika, infuriating Jendal. Adalgisa makes a pass at Mirinho. Onildo grows suspicious of Vera. Alika and Niara consider going to Rio de Janeiro to seek support for the intervention in Batanga. Virgínia and Lúcia/Alika run into each other at the train station.

Alika assures her family that she will only return to Barro Preto after speaking with Nilo Peçanha. Eugênia feels unwell after getting stuck in the elevator, and Lúcia/Alika helps her. Mirinho tries to kiss Lúcia/Alika and ends up being struck by her. Tonho believes Lúcia/Alika is involved with another man. Lúcia/Alika and her family arrive for dinner with Eugênia and Eustáquio, and Virgínia and Marta are annoyed.

Lúcia/Alika and her family arrive for dinner with Eugênia and Eustáquio, and Virgínia and Marta are annoyed. Ladisa tells Akin she will never forget that it was Dumi who attacked her husband. Jendal hints to the British that he needs to marry off his daughter, and Mr. Campbell suggests that Mr. Jones court Kênia. Eustáquio praises Lúcia/Alika’s business acumen. Niara notices that Alika felt jealous regarding Tonho.

Omar tells Dumi he will avenge his father's death. Kênia agrees to a relationship of convenience with Mr. Jones but sets conditions. Alika and Niara reveal their true identities to Leopoldo in order to rally support for Batanga. Casemiro advises Tonho not to give up on Lúcia/Alika. Lúcia/Alika reveals to Tonho that she is married.

Lúcia/Alika explains to Tonho that her husband is a bad man and that she had to flee from him to protect herself. Akin and Dumi state that they must stop the wedding between Kênia and Mr. Jones. Virgínia is distressed to realize that everyone thinks Eugênia is more beautiful than she is. Graça comes up with a plan to sabotage the beauty contest in Virgínia's favor. Graça and Virgínia prepare to sabotage Eugênia.

Graça claims that, after sabotaging Eugênia's dress, Virgínia will win the beauty contest. Everyone in Barro Preto prepares for Virgínia's victory. Onildo probes José about his family's origins. Dumi reinforces the importance of stopping the marriage between Kênia and Mr. Jones. Omar vows to avenge Soliman's death. Ana Maria tells Januário that she has feelings for Vitalino.

Eugênia hesitates to wear the dress made by Lúcia/Alika. Jendal announces the wedding date for Kênia and Mr. Jones. Kênia finalizes her financial agreement with Mr. Campbell. Virgínia and the other contestants are surprised when Eugênia appears wearing the dress made by Lúcia/Alika. Viriato advises Salma to give Fuad's love a chance. Eugênia wins the contest, and Lúcia/Alika celebrates with Tonho.

Virgínia is furious over Eugênia's victory, and Marta tries to comfort her daughter. Lúcia/Alika's dress is a hit with the journalists attending the contest. Casemiro discovers that Graça sabotaged Eugênia's dress and reprimands his wife. Virgínia and Graça vow revenge against Lúcia/Alika. Salma disapproves of Fuad's behavior in her home. Casemiro encourages Tonho to fight for Lúcia/Alika.

Lúcia/Alika reveals to Tonho that she used to dream about him even before meeting him. Tonho asks Lúcia/Alika to be his girlfriend, and Niara makes her daughter promise not to reveal their true identities to him. Bartô welcomes Virgínia back with a party, and everyone is surprised to learn that she did not win the contest in Rio de Janeiro. Jendal breaks into Omar's room and makes threats, and Omar opens his eyes.

Alika reveals to Nilo Peçanha that Jendal has staged a coup in Batanga. Nilo warns Alika about the power of the British backing Jendal and assures the young woman that he will not reveal her identity. Jendal issues a notice offering a reward to anyone who discovers Alika's whereabouts. Mundica scolds Mirinho for his lack of attentiveness.

Jendal disapproves of the way Kênia is handling preparations for her wedding to Mr. Jones. Dumi, Akin, and Ladisa organize to fight against Jendal. Chinua advises Omar to wait for the right moment to confront Jendal. Casemiro asks Graça to trust Ana Maria. Januário and Manoel watch Ana Maria with interest. Viriato warns Manoel about Ana Maria.

Mirinho provokes Tonho. Alika tells José that Nilo Peçanha remembered his uncle. Fabrício arrives at Casemiro's house. Tonho reveals to Casemiro that he is dating Alika/Lúcia. Mirinho and Tonho confront each other at the farm. Alika/Lúcia confides in Salma that she is involved with Tonho and asks her friend for forgiveness. Mirinho causes an accident involving Tonho, and Fabrício is alarmed.

Onildo calls for help on the road to assist Tonho, and Fabrício forces Mirinho to stop his car. Alika/Lúcia accuses Mirinho of attacking Tonho. Alika/Lúcia tends to Tonho alongside Onildo and encourages her boyfriend to recall how the accident happened. Onildo informs José, Teresa, and Niara/Vera about what happened to Tonho and says that Alika/Lúcia will stay with the young man. Onildo probes Niara/Vera for information.

Mr. Jones yields to threats from Akin and Ladisa, who demand the cancellation of his wedding to Kênia. Casemiro tells Mirinho he will disinherit him if his son does anything against Tonho again. With Burak's help, Ladisa and Akin get rid of Mr. Jones. Kênia and Jendal demand that Mr. Jones be found so the wedding ceremony can begin. Kênia discovers that Mr. Jones has vanished and faints.

Kênia admits to Jendal that she schemed to gain advantages from her marriage. Mirinho decides to propose a truce to Tonho, while Casemiro orders his son to stay away from the young man's girlfriend for good. Dumi comforts Kênia, and she ends up kissing the guard; Dumi is surprised by his own feelings for her. King George discovers the ruse regarding Mr. Jones's funeral but decides to compensate Kênia upon learning that the Englishman has fled.

Chinua and Dumi believe they will face retaliation from Jendal over Omar's escape. Virgínia considers scheduling her engagement for the same day as the opening of Alika/Lúcia's studio. Jendal leads the search for Omar. Jendal threatens Burak over Omar's escape, and Dumi takes responsibility for the incident to save him.

Dumi takes the blame for Omar's escape. Onildo becomes suspicious when Alika/Lúcia shows knowledge of a foreign saint. Niara/Vera and Maria Helena press Bartô about the school renovation. Diógenes agrees to invest in Mirinho and Fabrício's business after the engagement. Omar secretly breaks into the palace and threatens Jendal with a dagger.

Omar strikes Jendal, but Dumi disarms the Turk and rushes to the aid of the King of Batanga. Kênia is distraught over her father's condition. Omar flees, and Chinua tends to Jendal's wound. Omar meets Akin and claims to have taken Jendal's life. Ladisa celebrates Omar's alleged feat, while Akin worries about Dumi. Carrapato disguises himself as Viriato, and Miguel finds it odd.

Dumi assures Akin, Omar, and Ladisa that Princess Alika would not approve of Jendal's execution. Viriato scolds Carrapato for wearing his cassock. Virgínia and her family prepare for her engagement party with Mirinho. José manages to change the date of the opening of Alika's studio. Omar asks Dumi for forgiveness for his impulsive behavior toward Jendal. Maria Helena considers a way to make the school a reality.

Jendal turns down Kênia's request. Alika confesses to Teresa that she does not believe in Mirinho's good intentions. Casemiro forces Mirinho to stay involved with the reopening of the school. Fabrício advises Mirinho on how to approach Alika/Lúcia. Dumi decides to run away and says goodbye to Kênia. Jendal sees Kênia and Dumi kissing.

Jendal reprimands Kênia and imprisons Dumi. José is attacked by Mirinho’s henchmen. Mirinho interrupts the staged mugging of José and poses as his savior. Alika/Lúcia tends to Mirinho, who dislocated his shoulder while supposedly saving José. Virgínia rescues Mirinho from Alika/Lúcia’s house. Kênia is overcome with despair upon realizing that Dumi is to be executed. Jendal surprises everyone and pardons Dumi.

Jendal forgives Dumi but forbids Kênia from having a relationship with the guard. Chinua comforts Kênia, who is suffering over her love for Dumi. Kênia assures Jendal that she will not marry another man. Alika confesses to Niara that she feels indebted to Mirinho for the help he gave her mother. Salma does not believe in Mirinho's good behavior. Virgínia sabotages the invitations for the studio's opening.

Sebastião tries to put out the fire Virgínia started with the invitations. Tonho finds Casemiro’s lack of response odd and worries about missing the opening of Alika/Lúcia’s studio. Virgínia confronts Mirinho about helping Alika/Lúcia and Niara/Vera, and Fabrício covers for his friend. Kênia flees the palace to meet Dumi, who declares that he does not love the princess.

Jendal forgives Imani for her lies; she had posed as Alika to meet the king. Graça is shocked by Ana Maria's behavior. Belmira mentions to Salma that Virgínia insists on missing the opening of Alika/Lúcia's studio. Fuad visits Salma. Alika worries that Tonho won't arrive in time for her event. Imani seduces Jendal.

Alika/Lúcia explains to Tonho that people did not show up for the studio's opening party. Mirinho gets annoyed when he sees Tonho with Alika/Lúcia. Alika/Lúcia and Tonho spend their first night together. Viriato questions Sebastião about the delivery of the invitations for the studio opening. Aurelinda reveals to Marta and Diógenes that Virgínia sabotaged Alika/Lúcia's invitations.

José tells Alika that she will put him at risk if she reveals the truth to Tonho. Graça encourages Mirinho to focus on his marriage to Virgínia. Pascoal warns Imani about Kênia. Dumi informs Burak that an escape plan for Omar will soon be put into action. Diógenes and Marta consider how to reprimand Virgínia for her behavior toward Alika/Lúcia. Marta orders dresses from the atelier.

Alika/Lúcia refuses to accept Tonho’s suspicions, even though he insists he will wait for her. Imani begs Jendal and Kênia to believe in her innocence following the setup orchestrated by Pascoal. Alika/Lúcia confides in Salma about her argument with Tonho. Carrapato assures Viriato that he will not give up on revealing himself as Belmira’s father. Alika celebrates a newspaper headline: “The Truth About Batanga.”

Pascoal accepts Jendal's proposal to keep an eye on Dumi. Dumi warns Akin, Omar, and Ladisa about Jendal's suspicions. Alika celebrates with Niara over the article Nilo Peçanha wrote about Batanga, while missing Tonho. Diógenes grants the loan to Mirinho after a contract is signed guaranteeing the young man's marriage to Virgínia.

With the help of the rebels, Omar and Burak manage to escape. Pascoal informs Jendal that a rebellion is underway and that Dumi has disappeared. Chinua assures Jendal that he knows nothing about Dumi's whereabouts. Mr. Campbell tells Pascoal that he recognized Akin as one of the movement's leaders. Jendal is furious to learn that Omar has escaped and appoints Pascoal as the new head of the Royal Guard. Omar plans to reunite with Alika.

Alika has a revealing dream about Tonho. The day of Mirinho and Virgínia's engagement arrives. Fabrício and Mirinho celebrate the launch of their investment. Alika reveals to Tonho that she is the Princess of Batanga. Alika shares her story with Tonho, who is enchanted to learn that his beloved is a real princess. Everyone prepares for Mirinho and Virgínia's engagement party in Barro Preto.

Mr. Campbell alerts Jendal about the newspaper article written by Nilo Peçanha, and the king deduces that Alika is in Brazil. Chinua tries to dissuade Jendal from searching for Alika in Brazil. Niara and Alika are pleased with how Tonho is handling their secret. Dona Menina supports Tonho. Mundica warns Mirinho about Fabrício's escape. Mirinho is overcome with despair upon realizing he has been swindled.

Mirinho panics upon realizing he has been scammed by his former business partner. Diógenes is distraught over Fabrício’s escape, and Graça tries to calm the businessman down. Tonho reflects on his differences with Alika. Dumi worries about Jendal’s conclusion regarding Alika’s whereabouts. Mirinho confesses to Casemiro that he didn’t know Fabrício very well. Carrapato puts on Viriato’s cassock and presents himself to Belmira.

Malungo assures Jendal that he will bring Alika back to Batanga. Everyone finds Viriato's behavior strange, without realizing that he is Carrapato in disguise. Miguel and Fátima reprimand Salma's attitude at the engagement party, but Fuad doesn't care. Pascoal has new information about Dumi's whereabouts. Dumi tells Akin and Ladisa that he wrote to Alika.

Tonho and Alika decide to pursue their love and see what the future holds for them. Januário confides in Dona Menina about Ana Maria's interest in Manoel. Pascoal confronts Akin about Dumi's whereabouts; Dumi manages to escape the Royal Guard. Belmira worries about Viriato's behavior, unaware that it is actually Carrapato. Virgínia suffers from being apart from Mirinho.

Marta rebukes Virgínia's attacks on Alika/Lúcia. Eustáquio and Eugênia guarantee that they will publicize Alika/Lúcia and Teresa's studio. Tonho informs Casemiro about the health status of the mill workers, and summons Onildo. Dôra suggests promoting a fashion show at Grêmio Recreativo, in order to promote the city and Lúcia's studio. Mr.Campbell alerts Jendal to international distrust.

Chinua announces the arrival of Danish donations for the people of Batanga. Belmira catches Viriato with Carrapato. Jendal orders Pascoal to set fire to the donations received from Denmark. Kênia is distressed by Jendal's actions and believes she saw Dumi among the crowd. Belmira discovers that her father is a "cangaceiro". Alika declares her pride in Tonho's actions. Graça offers advice to Mirinho.

Fortunato summons Diógenes, Casemiro, and Mirinho to the police station and announces that Fabrício is a con artist. Virgínia offers to model for Alika/Lúcia’s brand. Led by Akin, Dumi, and Ladisa, the rebels loot the palace’s food supplies, and Jendal rebels. Alika/Lúcia is suspicious of Virgínia’s motives in asking to represent her atelier. Mirinho explains how he was deceived by Fabrício.

Virgínia confesses to Sebastião that she wants revenge on Alika/Lúcia. Mirinho asks Diógenes for a job at the bank. Niara/Vera and Maria Helena encourage the children to study at the new school, while Alika/Lúcia and Teresa call on all the women to take part in the parade at the Grêmio. Kênia is saddened by the people's poverty in Batanga. Dumi and Kênia meet.

Kênia conceals Dumi's presence from Pascoal. Onildo probes Niara/Vera while commenting on Nilo Peçanha's article denouncing the coup in Batanga. Dumi asks Chinua to take him to speak with Kênia. Miguel states that he will allow Salma to walk in the Grêmio show if Fuad agrees. Viriato talks to Carrapato about Belmira. Chinua takes Dumi to meet Kênia.

Dumi confesses his love for Kênia, and the two kiss. Virgínia tries to hide her discomfort in front of Mirinho and Alika/Lúcia. Belmira is frightened by the stories her father tells, and Viriato feels sorry for her. Dumi manages to hide when Jendal approaches Kênia's room. Niara tells Teresa and Alika that she believes Onildo suspects their true identities.

Robert tells Jendal he wants to do a story on Batanga. Kênia is concerned about Robert's intentions. Tonho joins forces with Casemiro and Onildo to confront Bartô on behalf of the people of Barro Preto, and Alika feels proud of her beloved. Kênia questions Chinua about Dumi's involvement with the rebels. Diógenes welcomes Mirinho to the bank and promotes Manoel to his boss.

Chinua reprimands Jendal for sentencing Robert to death and asserts that the King of Batanga may have put the country at risk. Belmira assures Carrapato that she will not abandon Viriato or Ritinha. Manoel struggles to manage Mirinho's work. Dumi comes up with an idea to expose Jendal's criminal actions. Viriato confesses to Belmira that he dreads the meeting with Carrapato.

Akin and Ladisa fear the growing closeness between Dumi and Kênia. Jendal pretends to Kênia that he doesn't know anyone named Robert. Viriato is surprised when Belmira reveals that Carrapato hasn't left the church. Fortunato warns Manoel about Mirinho. Tonho has a dream about a warrior from Batanga. Vera/Niara, Maria Helena, and Dôra begin school activities in Barro Preto.

Akin insinuates that Dumi might be betraying Princess Alika by getting involved with Kênia. Manoel reprimands Mirinho and gives the missing money to Tonho. Ana Maria confides in Caetana about the kiss she shared with Manoel. Alika learns of the new atrocities committed by Jendal in Batanga. Carrapato rejoices upon realizing that Belmira is warming up to him. Fátima and Miguel notice that Salma treats Fuad with contempt.

Jendal insists to Mr. Campbell that he did not murder Robert, and then flies into a rage. Mirinho feels envious upon seeing Tonho and Alika kissing. Jendal confronts Pascoal and Chinua about the betrayal. Pascoal accuses Dumi, and Jendal orders the capture of the former head of the Royal Guard. Dumi realizes that Akin has feelings for Ladisa. Fátima faints, and Onildo states that Salma's mother must not be subjected to any stress.

Chinua advises Kênia to end her relationship with Dumi. Salma agonizes over the prospect of marrying Fuad to avoid harming Fátima's health. Manoel denies dating Ana Maria. Virgínia confronts Mirinho about Lúcia/Alika. Ritinha and Aurelinda say they loved the new school. Salma asks Lúcia/Alika for advice. Virgínia tells Lúcia/Alika that Graça wants to model for her brand.

Jendal pressures Kênia after Pascoal reveals to the king that he saw the princess kissing a soldier. Jendal orders Pascoal to keep an eye on Kênia. Jendal believes that by following Kênia, Pascoal will be led to Dumi and Akin. Tonho mentions Mirinho's obsession with Lúcia/Alika to Caetana. Viriato feels jealous of the way Belmira protects Carrapato. Kênia realizes Pascoal is following her and confronts Jendal.

Kênia tells Pascoal she doesn't need his protection. Viriato shows signs of jealousy regarding the relationship Belmira is building with Valdevino/Carrapato. Mirinho taunts Tonho by taking Graça to Alika's studio. Ana Maria, still sad over Manoel, confides in Caetana. At the bank, Sebastião taunts Mirinho. Virgínia makes a scene and kisses Sebastião.

Jendal says he has ordered a rigorous investigation into the journalist's death. Margaret speaks about Robert's letter and notes. Virgínia arrives home and lies, claiming she was with Salma. Jendal is furious to discover she will not be staying at the palace. At the boarding house, there is talk about the band of "cangaceiros". Jendal shows Margaret the killer. Chinua tells Jendal that he has condemned an innocent man.

Kênia disapproves of Jendal's behavior. Sebastião confesses to Viriato that Virgínia asked him to hire a "cangaceiro", and Carrapato overhears. Carrapato offers his services to Sebastião. Casemiro hands weapons to Tonho and asks the young man to defend the sugar mill. Alika deduces that Jendal has discovered her whereabouts. Sebastião tells Virgínia that he hired the "cangaceiro" she requested to destroy the studio.

Virgínia is shocked to learn that Sebastião has hired Carrapato. Fortunato is concerned about the meager police reinforcements sent to Barro Preto to protect the town from Belarmino's gang. Virgínia makes up an excuse to get money from Diógenes. Margaret leaves with Faraji, while Kênia suffers at the hands of Jendal. Jendal promises to bring Alika back to Batanga.

Belmira worries about Carrapato's safety. Mirinho tries to kiss Lúcia/Alika, who demands that he stay away from her for good. Sebastião finalizes the job arrangement with Carrapato. Alika seeks out Tonho. Alika is unable to tell Tonho about Mirinho's attempt. Lúcia/Alika takes Graça's dress to the farm. Sebastião lies to Viriato, who advises him to stay away from Virgínia.

Lúcia/Alika tries to convince Ana Maria to model her dress. Salma cooks to please Fátima, who dreams of her daughter marrying Fuad. Tonho questions Mirinho about his behavior toward Lúcia/Alika. Jendal makes a veiled threat to Kênia.

Virgínia reprimands Mirinho for making advances toward Lúcia/Alika, while Carrapato watches them. Disguised as Viriato, Carrapato visits the studio. Jendal confronts Kênia. Chinua insists that Kênia must stay away from Dumi. At the studio, everyone is suspicious of Father Viriato, unaware that it is actually Carrapato. Dumi tells Chinua that he will end Jendal's life if the king takes action against Kênia.

Fátima and Miguel are moved as they watch Salma pleasing Fuad. Jendal announces to Chinua that he is looking for a new wife. Fortunato has a fit of jealousy over Maria Helena. Tonho assures Niara that Jendal will not get close to Alika. Chinua reveals Jendal's new plans to Kênia. Kênia assures Chinua that she will not let Jendal stop her from becoming the queen of Batanga.

Fátima talks to Salma about Fuad. The day of the fashion show organized by Lúcia/Alika and Teresa’s atelier arrives. Menina has a bad feeling, and Caetana worries. Ana Maria feels self-conscious about walking in the show, but Lúcia/Alika encourages her.

Belarmino attacks Viriato, who tries to explain to the *cangaceiro* that he is Carrapato's twin brother. Virgínia draws everyone's admiration during the fashion show at Lúcia/Alika's atelier. Adônis announces the arrival of Belarmino's gang, throwing the town into a panic. Belarmino and his gang take Viriato hostage, and the priest considers revealing Carrapato's whereabouts. Tonho and Alika vow to defend the atelier.

Diógenes attempts to confront Belarmino. Their guns jam. Diógenes flees. Teresa, Niara, Caetana, and Dona Menina are anxious due to the gunfire outside the Grêmio. Tonho is accidentally shot during the confrontation and falls, gravely wounded. Alika is distraught as she watches Tonho lose consciousness while trying to stem the bleeding. Miguel, Salma, Fátima, and Fuad reorganize the warehouse.

Onildo states that Tonho’s condition is critical. Viriato reveals to Geralda that he is Carrapato’s brother. Belarmino forces Geralda to cook for his gang. Belmira confronts Carrapato, and Ritinha is frightened. Virgínia celebrates the destruction of the studio. Onildo manages to extract the bullet from Tonho’s chest but says the young man needs to be transferred. Alika accompanies Tonho to the hospital.

Mrs. Menina leads a prayer circle at the sugar mill for Tonho’s recovery; Graça, Ana Maria, Januário, Vitalino, Ciço, and Mundica take part. Belmira confronts Carrapato at the church and threatens to turn him over to the police if he does not save Viriato. Alika and Caetana wait for Tonho at the hospital, while Onildo confirms that his condition is critical and the coming hours will be decisive.

Jendal receives a list of suitors from Chinua, while Kênia criticizes the king's decision. In Biri-Biri, Tonho deliriously calls out for Alika, leaving Caetana confused and leading Onildo to realize the truth about Vera and Lúcia. Onildo informs Caetana that Tonho has contracted a serious infection. Viriato accuses Sebastião of involvement in the attack on the studio and threatens to use Carrapato as a witness.

Virgínia receives a message and goes to meet Sebastião. Belarmino and the "cangaceiros" are taken to the police station. Carrapato is released and approached by Sebastião. Akin and Ladisa reaffirm that Alika is the true queen. Kênia taunts Jendal about his marriage and asks if he fears being deposed. Caetana reveals that Tonho called out for 'Alika' while delirious.

Mirinho sabotages Tonho's medication. Marta reprimands Virgínia for her jealousy. Ana Maria talks to Graça about her relationship with Manoel. Manoel questions Fortunato about the way he treats Maria Helena. Fortunato warns Manoel about his relationship with Ana Maria. Belmira hints to Viriato that she believes Geralda is in love with Carrapato. Mirinho argues with Virgínia over Lúcia/Alika.

Mrs. Menina sends an herbal remedy to help Tonho. Onildo discovers that Tonho's medicine has been swapped for water. Casemiro suspects Mirinho. José and Teresa work on rebuilding the studio. Viriato confronts Virgínia and accuses her of hiring Carrapato to destroy the studio. Jendal prepares the ceremony to announce his new wife and forces Kênia to participate.

Kênia is outraged at being forced by Jendal to take part in the selection of his new wife. Niara reveals to José and Teresa that Onildo has discovered she and Alika belong to the Batanga royal family. Salma accompanies Viriato to the hospital to pray for Tonho. During the prayer circle led by Dona Menina, Tonho reacts, opens his eyes, and calls out for Lúcia. Virgínia reflects on Viriato's accusations and decides to take action.

Jendal continues trying to control Kênia, who finds support in Chinua to resist her father's demands. Casemiro, Graça, and Ana Maria celebrate Tonho's recovery, while Mirinho shows signs of unease upon realizing his cousin has survived. Virgínia hands the formal complaint against Viriato to Sebastião. Casemiro confronts Mirinho and accuses him of sabotaging Tonho's medication.

Malungo observes the reaction to Nilo Peçanha's death at the hospital while weighing his next moves. The former president's driver approaches Malungo and claims he can help him find Alika. Jendal receives advice from the oracle regarding his future wife. Graça is displeased to learn that Ana Maria has volunteered to teach at Vera/Niara's school. Viriato receives a summons from the bishop to travel to Natal.

Malungo talks to Jorge. Viriato receives a summons from the bishop to go to Natal. Mirinho makes up with Virgínia. Dumi visits Kênia. Belmira reveals Virgínia's plan against the studio to Lúcia/Alika. Alika tells Teresa she will not let Virgínia go unpunished. Fátima discovers there is nothing wrong with her health but asks Onildo to keep the news a secret.

Malungo thanks Jorge for the information he received. Diógenes and Marta confront Virgínia regarding Lúcia/Alika's accusations. Onildo tells Fátima that Miguel and Salma have the right to know the truth about her health condition. Fátima deceives Salma in order to continue manipulating her daughter. José becomes worried when Alika says she will tell Omar about her involvement with Tonho.

Alika confesses to Tonho that Omar wants to marry her. The Bishop questions Viriato about his recent behavior. Mirinho taunts Sebastião. Marta punishes Virgínia, who becomes even more resentful toward Lúcia/Alika. Graça and Mirinho mock Ana Maria for waiting for Manoel to officially ask her out. Alika discovers that Nilo Peçanha has died, and Onildo supports her. Onildo declares his interest in Niara.

In Batanga, guests begin arriving at the ball hosted by Jendal. Dumi, Akin, and Ladisa observe the activity at the palace and prepare to take action during the ceremony. Kênia feigns support for Jendal and helps him welcome the suitors, masking her outrage. Jendal is particularly captivated by Binta. The suitors present themselves to Jendal. Disguised, Akin, Ladisa, and Dumi arrive at the palace.

Chinua reveals to Dumi that Kênia was imprisoned on Jendal's orders, and Akin concludes that the princess truly rebelled against her father. Alika tells Tonho she owes a debt of gratitude to Omar. Ana Maria offers to volunteer at the school alongside Vera/Niara, and Casemiro feels proud of his daughter. Mirinho taunts Manoel in front of Casemiro.

José gifts Teresa and Alika a sewing machine for the studio. Mirinho confronts Virgínia about why Diógenes punished her. Belmira reveals to Diógenes how Virgínia acted against Viriato. Malungo approaches the port of Recife. Jendal reprimands Pascoal for the failure and reiterates his fury toward Dumi. Dôra opens up about her past, and Bartô dreams of getting rich.

Diógenes warns that Virgínia will be severely punished. Ciço invites Mundica to the Saint Peter festival. Mirinho has an accident while exercising and ends up with his foot immobilized. Jendal hosts a banquet to choose a new wife. Dona Menina refuses to create an image of Veneranda as a saint. Jendal releases Kênia under duress. Diógenes forces Virgínia to help the priest at the church.

Mirinho is amused to see Virgínia working at the church. Virgínia loses her temper and insults Lúcia/Alika, who ends up defending herself against her rival's aggressive attacks. Diógenes apologizes to Lúcia/Alika on Virgínia's behalf. Under pressure, Manoel asks Casemiro for permission to date Ana Maria. Binta is chosen as the Queen of Batanga. Malungo travels to Barro Preto.

Niara tells Teresa that she likes Onildo but has no intention of getting romantically involved with another man. Malungo arrives in Barro Preto and recognizes José. Viriato reprimands Virgínia for the way she refers to Lúcia/Alika. Malungo runs into Alika.

Malungo assures Alika that he is on her and Niara's side and will not reveal their whereabouts to Jendal. Geralda questions Belmira about Carrapato. Mirinho is impressed by Manoel's attitude toward Ana Maria. Fátima feigns illness to persuade Salma to marry Fuad. Fortunato disapproves of Manoel dating Ana Maria, while Maria Helena supports her son.

Januário encourages Tonho to pursue his romance with Lúcia/Alika. José asks Geralda to put Malungo up for the night. Manoel plays it cool when Ana Maria questions him about Fortunato's reaction to their relationship. Alika tells Niara she is suspicious of Malungo. Malungo reveals the mark of his loyalty to José and Cayman. Tonho proposes marrying Alika in a ceremony officiated by Dona Menina.

Tonho and Alika agree to get married on the day of the milling festival in Barro Preto, and his family celebrates. Virgínia gets angry when Mirinho refuses to run away with her. Graça encourages Mirinho to convince Diógenes to open a branch of his bank in another capital city. Omar dreams of seeing Alika again. Tonho reveals his plans to buy land for himself and the other employees.

Virgínia overhears a conversation between Belmira and Diógenes and discovers that Ritinha is her sister. Virgínia threatens Diógenes, demanding that he quit his job at the church and give Mirinho a promotion. Belmira informs Viriato that Virgínia will no longer help him. While drunk, Mirinho assures Manoel that he won't let Tonho shine at the milling festival, and Sebastião overhears this. Mirinho confronts Tonho.

Drunk, Mirinho confronts Tonho, who takes him home. Mirinho tells his family that he loves Lúcia/Alika, and Casemiro tries to apologize to Tonho. Alika is surprised to learn that Tonho has decided to buy land for the two of them. Omar arrives in Recife. Salma and Fuad's families celebrate their official engagement, despite her discomfort. Sebastião tells Virgínia about Mirinho's drunkenness.

Jendal is annoyed by the news from Malungo, who hides from the king the fantasy that he found Alika. Kênia tells Dumi she is ready to join the rebels against Jendal. Maria Helena confesses to Dôra the reason she married Fortunato. Fearing Virgínia's threats, Diógenes invents an excuse to promote Mirinho at the bank.

Mirinho questions Virgínia about Diógenes's changes in behavior. Viriato tries to dissuade Bartô from the idea of ​​canonizing Veneranda. Mirinho announces his promotion, and Ana Maria worries about Manoel's fate. Binta overhears a conversation between Kênia and Chinua and discovers that Jendal lied to her.

Dumi is thrilled to hear the news that Kênia will be joining him, Akin, and Ladisa. Menina has a bad feeling, and Tonho is distressed. Mirinho refuses to attend Tonho and Lúcia/Alika's engagement party. Omar asks Mirinho and Virgínia for information about Lúcia. Tonho and Alika get engaged.

Everyone celebrates Tonho and Lúcia/Alika's engagement. Mirinho kisses Virgínia while thinking of Lúcia/Alika. Omar arrives at Alika and Tonho's party, surprising everyone. Januário dances with Ana Maria. Manoel harbors resentment toward Mirinho. Virgínia questions Mirinho about Lúcia/Alika. Omar is upset to discover that Alika is engaged to Tonho. Alika has a heart-to-heart conversation with Omar.

Omar assures Alika he will help her bring down Jendal and declares he will not give up on the princess's love. Omar confides in Onildo. Fátima urges Salma to set a date for her wedding to Fuad. Akin and Ladisa identify Bakari as the robber who stole Jendal's jewels from them. Campbell takes Bakari to Jendal, who imprisons the foreigner upon seeing the Crown jewels in his possession.

Diógenes asks Manoel to do Mirinho's work in secret. Tonho consults Viriato about the situation involving Lúcia/Alika and Omar. Fuad takes an interest in Belmira. Salma and Fuad meet with Viriato to set a wedding date. Alika and Teresa send money to Dumi in Batanga. Jendal tells Chinua that, even if his marriage is annulled, he will not give up on punishing Alika with death.